Siemens and Samsung: A Global Procurement Partnership
Siemens has entered into a long-term agreement with Samsung C&T Corporation Engineering & Construction Group, establishing a combined approach for delivering complex infrastructure.
The partnership leverages the distinct strengths of Siemens and Samsung C&T, with Samsung C&T providing global expertise in engineering procurement and construction (EPC) and Siemens contributing its capabilities in digitalisation, electrification and automation.
The collaboration will begin with six projects across diverse markets, including Saudi Arabia, Thailand and Canada. These initial ventures cover key sectors such as airports hospitals buildings and data centres.
By combining their capabilities, Siemens and Samsung C&T aim to produce infrastructure solutions that are highly attuned to specific project requirements and prevailing market conditions.
This first phase will allow Siemens and Samsung C&T to apply their technical and engineering knowledge to a variety of environments.
Integrating technology and EPC expertise
The partnership's approach is designed to generate tailored outcomes for each project, based on the location's infrastructure objectives, and the demands of its end users.
Through this initial roll-out, Siemens and Samsung C&T will establish a framework for broader collaboration efforts. Early-stage involvement enables Siemens and Samsung C&T to identify potential challenges, propose customised solutions and manage the design and delivery phases in a coordinated manner.
According to Siemens, this method could improve cost-efficiency integration and long-term project performance. The projects are part of a shared strategy to address the changing infrastructure needs across international markets.
The 'ONE Tech Company' delivery model
Siemens and Samsung are structuring their collaboration around a unified model called the 'ONE Tech Company'.
This model merges the Siemens Smart Infrastructure, and Digital Industries portfolio, with Samsung C&T's EPC capabilities into a single coordinated delivery method. Siemens will provide a comprehensive set of technologies from its portfolio, including Building X for managing building operations, Electrification X for optimising power systems and Gridscale X for scaling grid-related solutions.
Other components include prefabricated e-houses which are modular electrical substations and blue GIS a gas-insulated switchgear that does not use sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) a common greenhouse gas.
Siemens also contributes industrial metaverse applications which employ digital twins and 3D visualisation to simulate the construction and performance of infrastructure assets before they are built. These technologies can help reduce errors, improve design and shorten delivery timelines.
Stephan May, CEO of Electrification and Automation at Siemens, says: "This partnership marks an important step in our mission to redefine how next-generation infrastructure is designed and delivered.
"By combining Siemens’ integrated technology portfolio with Samsung C&T’s proven EPC expertise, we are shaping the future of sustainable and digital infrastructure that truly meets the evolving needs of our global customers.”
Strategic collaboration for customer value
Siemens and Samsung C&T have framed the agreement to directly address the increasing demand for infrastructure that can adapt to evolving user needs, integrate advanced technologies and meet sustainability targets.
Hojin Jung, Executive Vice President and Head of Corporate New Business at Samsung C&T, adds: “This collaboration with Siemens reflects our shared commitment to innovation and excellence. Together, we will deliver smarter, safer and more sustainable infrastructure solutions – bringing tangible value to our customers and communities around the world.”
Customer-centred value creation is a primary focus of the collaboration. By working together from the early stages of the project lifecycle, Siemens and Samsung C&T intend to offer bespoke solutions that move beyond traditional delivery models.
The strategy involves tailoring the design and operation of infrastructure systems to each project's unique context. Whether for hospitals needing advanced energy systems, or data centres requiring secure and resilient operations, Siemens and Samsung C&T aim to combine technology with EPC execution to meet performance goals and lifecycle requirements.
The agreement strengthens the global reach of Siemens and Samsung C&T, and offers clients integrated services across digital design, electrical systems and physical construction. Through joint bidding design and execution Siemens and Samsung C&T look to become preferred partners in a growing international infrastructure market.
